Problem Solving — Phrasal Verbs
Finding answers and fixing problems · 8 phrasal verbs · Level B2
figure out
Meaning: to understand or find the answer to something
Example: Ethan figures out the problem in five minutes.
come up with
Meaning: to think of an idea or a plan
Example: Emma comes up with a great idea for the project.
work out
Meaning: to find a solution to a problem
Example: The team works out a plan for the weekend trip.
sort out
Meaning: to organize or fix a problem
Example: David sorts out the schedule before the trip.
break down
Meaning: when a machine stops working
Example: Our car breaks down on the road to Miami.
run into
Meaning: to meet a problem unexpectedly
Example: We run into a problem with the new software.
think over
Meaning: to consider something carefully before deciding
Example: Tom thinks over the offer before he answers.
rule out
Meaning: to decide that something is not possible
Example: The doctor rules out a serious illness.